New Fridge / Freezers and Composting Toilet | Sailing 40

New Fridge/Freezers and Composting Toilet Upgrade | Sailing 40

The Roaming Rupps crew, Ashley and Colin, tackle the final big project on their sailing boat before heading to the Bahamas – upgrading their refrigerator-freezer combo and installing a composting toilet. Watch as they embark on this challenging yet necessary journey to enhance onboard living conditions and prepare for their offshore adventure.

In this episode, Colin and Ashley reveal that the refrigerator part works while the freezer never freezes consistently, prompting them to decide it’s time to upgrade their boat’s refrigeration system. They discuss the previous uses of the large space – as a charter boat icebox – before moving on to address their plans for replacing the entire setup with a fridge-freezer combo that matches the boat and better suits their needs.

The Refrigerator-Freezer Upgrade

After much debate, Colin and Ashley decide to purchase fridge-freezers from West Marine as they come in stock and their discounts make it a practical choice. They weigh the options of a chest freezer against the all-in-one solution and choose convenience over extra costs.

Demolition Process

The demolition of the old refrigerator setup begins, and Colin carefully removes all contents. While working on this project, he reveals layers of mold built up over time due to poor ventilation. With some elbow grease and determination, they complete their demo process.

Fridge-Freezer Installation

The installation of the fridge-freezers goes smoothly after acquiring all necessary materials and tools. Colin demonstrates how much more efficient, accessible, and space-saving this new upgrade is compared to their previous setup. A happy outcome for the crew!

The Composting Toilet Installation

After finishing the fridge-freezer upgrade, Colin and Ashley move on to the next big project – installing a composting toilet to replace their old marine head (toilet). They share their reasoning for making this switch and explain how it benefits them in terms of cost savings on pump-outs.

Completing the Composting Toilet Installation

The installation of the composting toilet proceeds with relative ease. Colin shares some initial difficulties in running pipes for proper ventilation and connecting the new toilet to existing systems onboard.

Finishing Touches

In true DIY spirit, Colin and Ashley complete the final touches on their upgrades. They tackle creating temporary countertops to fit in the newly organized spaces, demonstrating yet another practical solution they have implemented for long-term sailing.

The Final Verdict

As they complete the refrigerator-freezer and composting toilet upgrades, Colin and Ashley discuss how these improvements make their onboard life more comfortable while reducing costs associated with boat maintenance. They reflect on their DIY successes during this episode and look forward to upcoming projects that will enhance their sailing experience.

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